Presidents Day 2021: What’s Open, Closed In Sarasota

SARASOTA COUNTY, FL — Presidents Day falls on Monday, Feb. 15 this year, and a variety of services will be closed in Sarasota County on the day.

The federal holiday was originally established in 1885 to recognize President George Washington. Now known as Presidents Day as a way to honor all past and present presidents, it’s celebrated on the third Monday of each February.

Here's a breakdown of how the holiday could impact your routine Monday.

• City of Sarasota Government Offices: Administrative offices will be closed.

• Sarasota County Government Offices: Most county government offices, including the Florida Department of Health, will be closed.

• Sarasota County Public Schools: All schools and administrative offices will be closed.

• Sarasota County Libraries: Closed Monday.

• Arlington Park and Aquatic Complex: Closed Monday.

• Bobby Jones Golf Club: Nature trails will be open 6 a.m. to 6 p.m.

• Payne Park Tennis Center: Closed Monday.

• Robert L. Taylor Community Complex: Closed Monday.

• Sarasota County recreation centers: All county recreation centers are closed Monday.

• Knight Trail Park pistol and rifle range: Closed Monday.

• Van Wezel Performing Arts Center: The box office will be closed Monday.

• Post Offices: Closed Monday.

• State Courts: Closed Monday.

Transportation:

• Sarasota County Area Transit's customer service and administrative offices are closed Monday, but buses will operate on their normal schedules.

Trash and recycling:

• There will be no changes to trash collection in the city of Sarasota or Sarasota County.
• Sarasota County's and the Citizens Convenience Center at 4010 Knights Trail Road in Nokomis will be open regular hours.
• Sarasota County's chemical collection centers will be closed.
• The administrative office at Central County Landfill will be closed.